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Taipei Medical University (TMU)
TMU Main Campus, Taipei Taiwan

Taipei Medical University (TMU)

Overview of Taipei Medical University (TMU)

Taipei Medical University (TMU) is a leading medical university in Taiwan, renowned for its excellence in medical education, research, and healthcare services.

Faculty and Programs

TMU boasts a team of highly qualified faculty members, including many experts and scholars in various fields of medicine and healthcare. The university offers a wide range of undergraduate and graduate programs, with key focus areas in medicine, nursing, public health, and biomedical sciences.

Research Achievements

TMU is known for its cutting-edge research in various medical disciplines. The university has made significant contributions to the advancement of healthcare through its innovative research projects and collaborations with leading institutions worldwide.

Notable Programs

Some of the notable programs at TMU include the School of Medicine, School of Nursing, College of Public Health, and College of Biomedical Sciences. These programs are known for their rigorous curriculum, hands-on training, and practical learning opportunities.

Strengths and Specializations

TMU excels in areas such as medical education, clinical practice, and biomedical research. The university's strong emphasis on interdisciplinary collaboration and innovation sets it apart from other institutions.

Training and Reputation

TMU is recognized for its commitment to producing high-caliber healthcare professionals who are well-equipped to meet the challenges of the ever-evolving medical field. The university's graduates are highly sought after by employers and have established a strong reputation in the industry.

Programmes

Master(24) / PG(24)

Engineering and Technology(1)

  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Data Science

Life Sciences and Medicine(19)

  • International Master Program in Medical Neuroscience
  • International Master Program in Medicine
  • Master Program in Clinical Genomics and Proteomics
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Informatics - Biomedical Informatics Division
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Optomechatronics
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Cancer Biology and Drug Discovery
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Humanities in Medicine
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Injury Prevention and Control
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Metabolism and Obesity Sciences
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Mind, Brain and Consciousness
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Nanomedicine and Medical Engineering
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Pharmacognosy
  • Master Program in School of Dental Technology
  • Master Program in School of Dentistry
  • Master Program in School of Medical Laboratory Science and Biotechnology
  • Master Program in School of Nursing
  • Master Program in School of Nutrition and Health Sciences
  • Master Program in School of Pharmacy

Natural Sciences(1)

  • Master Program in Food Safety

Social Sciences and Management(3)

  • Master Program in Global Health and Development
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Health and Biotechnology Law
  • Master Program in School of Public Health

MBA (1)

Full-Time MBA(1)

  • Master Program in School of Health Care Administration

PHD(21)

Life Sciences and Medicine(18)

  • International Ph.D. Program for Translational Science
  • International Ph.D. Program in Biomedical Engineering
  • International Ph.D. Program in Gerontology and Long-Term Care
  • International Ph.D. Program in Medicine
  • International Ph.D. Program of Biotech Healthcare Management
  • International Ph.D. Program for Cell Therapy and Regeneration Medicine (IPCTRM)
  • Master Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Informatics - Translational Medicine Division
  • Ph.D Program in School of Dentistry
  • Ph.D. Program for Cancer Molecular Biology and Drug Discovery
  • Ph.D. Program in Clinical Drug Development of Herbal Medicine
  • Ph.D. Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Informatics
  • Ph.D. Program in Graduate Institute of Biomedical Materials and Tissue Engineering
  • Ph.D. Program in Medical Biotechnology
  • Ph.D. Program in Medical Neuroscience
  • Ph.D. Program in Neuroscience of Cognition and Consciousness
  • Ph.D. Program in School of Nursing
  • Ph.D. Program in School of Nutrition and Health Sciences
  • Ph.D. Program in School of Pharmacy

Social Sciences and Management(3)

  • Ph.D. Program in Global Health and Health Security
  • Ph.D. Program in Graduate Institute of Injury Prevention and Control
  • Ph.D. Program in School of Public Health

University Information

Admission

INTERNATIONAL STUDENTS ADMISSIONS

ELIGIBILITY

  • Applicants are neither Taiwan R.O.C. citizens nor overseas Chinese.
  • Applicants who had Taiwan R.O.C nationality must have given up their Taiwan R.O.C. nationality for 8 years or more and approved by the Ministry of the Interior Taiwan R.O.C. Counting back from the day of application, applicants must have continuously resided abroad for more than 6 years.
  • Applicants of foreign nationality concurrently holding a permanent residence status in Hong Kong or Macao who have household registration history in Taiwan and who at the time of application have resided in Hong Kong, Macao, or another foreign country for no less than 6 years (8 years for those seeking training in medicine, dentistry and Chinese medicine).
  • An applicant who was a former citizen of Mainland China and who holds a foreign nationality with no history of household registration in Taiwan, and who at the time of application has resided overseas continuously for no less than 6 years (8 years for those seeking training in medicine, dentistry and Chinese medicine).
  • For more information, please refer to the Regulations by the Ministry of Education.

REQUIREMENTS

General admission application requirements for international students:

  • Passport
  • Diploma and transcripts
  • Statement of Purpose
  • CV
  • Language proficiency
  • Other supporting materials

Email inquiries can be sent to [email protected] .

General

GPA3.4+
International Baccalaureate37+
PTE Academic59+
Cambridge CAE Advanced160+
TOEFL71+
IELTS5.5+

Master

IELTS5.5+
TOEFL71+

Students & Staff

Student life

#TMUtw · #lifeattmu

The university is a few minutes’ walk from Taipei’s trendiest entertainment and shopping district; also nearby are the famous hiking trails on Four Beasts Mountain and Elephant Mountain. Reasonable living costs and safe streets make Taipei an ideal destination for students. The excellent public transit system includes a bicycle depot on campus and a subway line that is a few hundred yards away.

Support to international students

TMU is committed to assisting new students to adjust to life at TMU. Information on campus life is available in English that can be easily accessed with laptops, smart phones, and tablets. Other facilities that offer convenience and entertainment include a food court, an on-campus copy shop, several convenience stores, a bakery and one restaurant. Sport lovers may visit our competition-size swimming pool with a large whirlpool spa, steam rooms and dry saunas, a weight room, table tennis room, and studio for yoga and other physical education classes. Support services for international students include several off-campus dormitories (shared apartment), free shuttle service between the campus and local transit stations, Chinese language training, a campus counseling center and well-furnished laboratories with bilingual training on the operation of all high-tech equipment.

Scholarships and other financial aid

An extensive scholarship program assists most foreign students with their costs of study here. Other programs support international students in attending conferences, participating in competitions and taking internships abroad.

Total students

5,954

UG students: 47%PG students: 53%

International students

652

UG students: 21%PG students: 79%

Total faculty staff

985

Domestic staff: 90%Int'l staff: 10%

Cost of Living

Accommodation

$7,680

(Approx. amount)

Food

$4,910

(Approx. amount)

Transport

$1,010

(Approx. amount)

Utilities

$2,620

(Approx. amount)

Employability & Career

Career Services

TMU is committed to supporting you to pursue your professional goals through solid career preparation. During your academic journey with TMU, you are not only gaining knowledge and skills, but also encouraged to connect with over 45,000 alumni, including healthcare professionals, educators, researchers, and government officers, from around the world to develop your career network.

“Coming to TMU was a beneficial life experience and an excellent academic journey. TMU enriches my path to knowledge, development, skill, social life. And it’s the one I’d like others to share.” TMU outstanding alumni – Dr. Edi Sampurno Ridwan

Media & Gallery

Rankings

Sustainability Rankings

Rank: #718

University Rankings by Region

Rank: #131

World University Rankings

Rank: #597

World University Rankings by Subject

Rank: #27

Campus Locations

TMU Main Campus Campus

Primary Campus

No. 250, Wuxing Street

City: TaipeiCountry: TaiwanCode: TWRegion: AsiaSubregion: Eastern Asia

TMU Daan Campus Campus

No.172-1, Sec. 2, Keelung Rd.,

City: TaipeiCountry: TaiwanCode: TWRegion: AsiaSubregion: Eastern Asia